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5 tips for successful online learning

While going back to school often evokes memories of freshly sharpened number two pencils and packs of loose leaf paper, there’s a lot more to it when you’re attending university online. Putting in a little work before classes begin will help set you up for success.

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5 things to look for in an online degree program

The enrollment coaches at UW–Madison Online have put together five things you should evaluate when looking for an online program to earn your bachelor’s degree.

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How to build an online degree community

Whether you’re an extrovert or introvert, there are simple things you can do to foster community in your online courses. Read these tips for creating genuine communities in your next online course, so you can reap the benefits.

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4 smart study tools for online students

There are many tried and true ways of succeeding in the classroom for any type of learner. Following are some of our tips for being a top online student.

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Comparing UW–Madison Online and in-person bachelor’s degree programs

Should you earn your UW–Madison degree online or on campus? This helpful chart compares and contrasts these two learning formats.

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Online learning bridges gap for working adults

Discover how a working father in Chicago balances a full-time job and family to earn his UW–Madison business degree on his own schedule.

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Answers to your top 10 questions about UW–Madison Online

Got questions about UW–Madison Online? Get quick answers on transfer credits, tuition costs, flexible pathways and what to expect after applying.

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5 things to know about UW–Madison Online on our 5th anniversary

In 2020, the University of Wisconsin–Madison launched UW–Madison Online to expand access to flexible online bachelor’s degrees for returning adult students.

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